Architect [Work from home]

Architectural Designer

We are seeking an experienced Project Architect / Job Captain to lead the design, coordination, and delivery of architectural projects from concept through construction. This role is ideal for a licensed architect who thrives in a leadership position—balancing design excellence with technical rigor, team coordination, and client management. The Project Architect / Project Manager serves as the backbone of the project team, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest quality standard.

Lead projects through all phases of design, including conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.

Collaborate closely with internal design teams to produce thoughtful, high-quality design solutions.

Oversee architectural documentation, BIM coordination, and drawing production for multiple projects concurrently.

Ensure alignment with internal QA/QC standards and office best practices.

Lead zoning and code analysis and ensure compliance with applicable regulations for permit submissions and respond to plan review comments.

Manage technical detailing, material assemblies, and integration across disciplines.

Serve as a primary client contact, managing communication, expectations, and deliverables.

Participate in proposal development, fee planning, and staffing for construction administration efforts, including site visits, submittal and RFI review, and coordination with contractors.

Contribute to the evolution of office standards, workflows, and operational procedures.

Project management

Proficiency in Revit and related design, modeling, and documentation software (e.g., SketchUp, Bluebeam)

Project coordination

Construction document management

5+ years of experience in multi-family and/or mixed-use projects

Licensed Architect required

Accredited professional degree in Architecture (B.Proven experience leading multiple projects through all phases of design, including construction administration

Experience with zoning permits, quality assurance, and quality control

This position is based in an office environment with flexible work-from-home options to support family life, though a hybrid schedule is not offered. The work culture emphasizes design meaningful projects in the local community, strong company culture, a focus on sustainable design, and a value for diversity.

This is a Permanent position based out of Washington, DC.

Additionally, our office is closed the last week of December

8 holidays

1 optional volunteer day per year to support local charities

Health Insurance (50% paid)

Dental Insurance (50% paid)

Merit based profit-sharing bonuses, which can increase the base salary by 10%

Reimbursement of annual registration dues and relevant certifications

Annual retreats, outings, happy hours, and holiday celebrations

Application Deadline

We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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